Research Associate – Data, Evaluation & Visualization

The Regents of the University of California on behalf of their Los Angeles Campus; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Agile Visual Analytics Lab (AVAL) is seeking an applied researcher to contribute to evaluation and research projects. The role involves data collection, management, analysis, and the development of reporting products to inform decisions affecting children, families, and communities.

The candidate should be organized, curious, and capable of working independently and with teams. Experience with utilization-focused evaluation and visual design is valuable.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to conduct and synthesize qualitative and quantitative research.
• Strong written and verbal communication with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience coordinating data collection plans and surveys.
• Ability to learn and apply new software and web-based tools.

Responsibilities

• Support evaluation and research projects through data collection, management, and analysis.
• Develop reporting products and disseminate findings to stakeholders.
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Qualitative & quantitative research

Written & verbal communication

Learn new software quickly

Data management

Education

Bachelor's degree in social science or related field

PhD in social science field (Preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Asana

Calendly

Slack

Alteryx

Knime

Tableau

Power BI

Python

D3.js

Job description

UCLA Agile Visual Analytics Lab (AVAL) is seeking an applied researcher to contribute to evaluation and research projects. The role involves data collection, management, analysis, and the development of reporting products to inform decisions affecting children, families, and communities.

The candidate should be organized, curious, and capable of working independently and with teams. Experience with utilization-focused evaluation and visual design is valuable.